Senior Frontend Application Engineer

Nyla Technology Solutions; Maryland; On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nyla FLEX program

Health care coverage

10% 401k matching

Professional Development $5,000/year

Student loan repayment

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Nyla Technology Solutions is seeking a Senior Frontend Application Engineer to design and implement secure, high-performance frontends for mission-critical reporting tools. The role emphasizes accessibility and iterative redevelopment of a brand-new interface.

Primary site is Annapolis Junction, MD, onsite only. Requires active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. 7+ years of software development and strong experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular, GWT, PrimeFaces, and Quarkus are expected.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance is required.
• Strong HTML/CSS/JavaScript, and modern frontend frameworks expertise.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience on complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure, data-driven frontends for mission-critical tools.
• Enhance accessibility (508/WAI-ARIA) across interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to redevelop frontend for performance and accessibility.

Skills

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Java 8+

Accessible UI

AWS

Jira

Confluence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Systems Engineering

Tools

Angular

GWT

PrimeFaces

Quarkus

Job description

Job Description ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TS/SCI POLYGRAPH LEVEL is required Do you like to tackle complex software challenges?

If you love mastering modern frontend frameworks, designing high-performance user interfaces, and automating dynamic layouts at scale, you’re in the right place! We are looking for a Senior Frontend Application Engineer who shares our drive to push boundaries and build secure, data-driven applications that make a real difference.

In this role, you will support immediate software development and sustainment efforts for a vital Reporting Tool Suite. Your focus will be on the WEBCANDID and TESTFLIGHT tools. WEBCANDID tracks, administers, and archives requests for mission‑critical published intelligence reports used globally by the Intelligence Community, while TESTFLIGHT delivers high‑performance geospatial collaboration as a single repository for finished intelligence products. You will play a key role in enhancing Section 508 accessibility for both current interfaces while spearheading the redevelopment of a brand‑new frontend interface built for optimal accessibility and performance.

Location & Work Environment

• Primary Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
• Work Style: On-site (no telework available)

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $150,000 – $250,000 (USD) base annual salary. Actual compensation offered may vary based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level.

Required Skills

• Clearance: Active Fully-Cleared with Poly.
• Core Web Architecture: Advanced, thorough understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Java Ecosystem: Proven software engineering experience utilizing Java 8+ environments.
• Framework Proficiency: Hands‑on development experience utilizing Angular, Google Web Toolkit (GWT), Primefaces, and Quarkus.
• Interface Integration: Demonstrated capability understanding, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex data interfaces across multiple distinct applications.

Education & Experience

• Level: Mid- or Senior-Level preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of seven (7) years of professional software development experience working on programs of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, System Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Substitution: Four (4) years of additional relevant software experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree (totaling 11 years of experience).

Desired Skills

• Accessibility Compliance: Practical knowledge of 508/WAI-ARIA requirements and direct proficiency working with screen readers.
• Database Management: Operational familiarity with Oracle database systems.
• Cloud Architecture: Experience developing or deploying applications within Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Domain Expertise: Familiarity with agency reporting frameworks, dissemination tools, and strict classification policies.
• Agile Methods: Experience collaborating in an Agile software development lifecycle utilizing Jira and Confluence.

About Nyla Technology Solutions

Nyla Technology Solutions delivers exceptional Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Software Engineering services for the U.S. Government. Nyla embraces a forward‑thinking and bold approach at every turn, earning us a solid reputation of technical trendsetters within the industry. We have a passion for developing solutions that have a quick and immediate impact on mission. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, our customers love how we tackle their most challenging problems and get things done.

Taking Care of All of You

Nyla provides a top‑of‑market compensation and benefits package. And through our unique Nyla FLEX program, we custom tailor these benefits to best fit your lifestyle.

PAY – Nyla starts with 4 weeks of Annual Leave plus 11 holidays and an additional day of Annual Leave for each year you’re at the company. You have the flexibility to cash out your annual leave hours, opt out of other Nyla benefits, and/or arrange for additional hours on contract* (over 40 hrs/week). There’s even an option to earn 1.3 times your hourly rate once you work over 1880 hours on contract!

LEAVE – Want to spend more time with the family? Want more time to travel the world? You can BUY additional annual leave for a total of 6 weeks of annual leave. That’s up to 240 hours of leave plus 11 holidays! That’s not even including paid anniversary leave!

SCHEDULE – Does the traditional 40-hour workweek no longer fit your lifestyle? With Nyla FLEX, you have the freedom to scale down to 30-32 hours while still enjoying the top‑notch Nyla benefits you know and love. It’s flexibility that works for you without compromising the perks!

WHAT ABOUT OTHER BENEFITS? Nyla’s health care (medical, dental, and vision) is 100% covered by the company. We provide 10% 401k matching – with full vesting day 1! Our Professional Development offers $5,000 per year to be used towards fees, tuition, or time off for your continued growth. We even have a student loan repayment program and we provide 8 hours of volunteering annually so you can support your community, making your world a better place.

Nyla is an equal opportunity employer.